St. Peter School

St. Peter Catholic School believes that we participate in the educational mission Jesus entrusted to His Church.
We affirm that our educational efforts embrace the three interlocking dimensions of message, community and service.
The teaching of religious doctrine is supported and extended through a Christian community of faith in the active service of God, Church and neighbor.
At St. Peter Catholic School, the faculty, students and their parents join together to form a living Christian community in which people are bound together in mutual aid, responsibility and cooperation.
As a Catholic School, St. Peter fosters the integration of Catholic Christian values and morals along with learning and living.
St. Peter Catholic School is fully accredited by the Ohio Catholic School Accrediting Association.
St. Peter Catholic School recruits and admits students of any race, color, or ethnic origins to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities.
In addition, the school will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarships, or educational programs and athletic/extracurricular activities.
In addition, the school is not intended to be an alternative to court or administrative agency ordered, or public school district initiated desegregation.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1857

Student Body

Total Students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
St. Peter School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
CYO basketball and volleyball

School Notes

  • St. Peter School is nestled in the heart of a small community along the Sandusky River in Northwest Ohio. Our community, Upper Sandusky, is home to 6,500 residents and prides itself in its rich history and safe, friendly atmosphere.
  • St. Peter School is part of Transfiguration of the Lord Parish in Upper Sandusky. Our Catholic traditions and faith run deep, and our parishioners are supportive and generous to our school. The parish has 773 registered members.
  • St. Peter School has 114 students (Catholic and non-Catholic) registered for the 2015-16 school year. We employ 7 full time and 4 part time teachers. Our student to teacher ratio is 11:1. Our faculty is dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic. We provide a balanced academic curriculum that integrates faith, culture, and life. We provide a safe, welcoming environment for all.
  • St. Peter School is a provider for the Ed Chioce Expanson Scholarship and offers opportunities for other scholarships. We are a member of the National Catholic Education Association and are fully accredited by the state of Ohio.
  • When you are in the area, come check us out!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Peter School's ranking?
St. Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter School?
The application deadline for St. Peter School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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